A Vlax Romani variety with a long history in Romania and the Balkans. Traditionally associated with coppersmith trades.
- Approximate centre
- 45.94°, 24.97°
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Ursaritska · Rićhinari
A Balkan Romani variety spoken in Romania and Moldova, traditionally associated with the Ursari, the Roma groups historically known as bear-leaders. It is grouped with the Balkan dialects rather than the surrounding Vlax varieties and shows substantial Romanian contact influence.
- Approximate centre
- 44.43°, 26.10°
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